67. Slavery's Demise
Empire
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Slavery's Turning Tide: The 1820s and Abolition
This chapter examines the evolving economic and social landscape of slavery in the British Empire during the 1820s, highlighting the decline of West Indian sugar profits and the rise of the abolitionist movement. It recounts pivotal events like the 1831 Jamaican Christmas Rebellion and the subsequent political shifts that paved the way for the abolition of slavery in 1833. The narrative underscores the complexities of this transformative era, including the contentious negotiations surrounding emancipation and the ongoing struggles faced by freed individuals.
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